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Input your session parameters to calculate expected returns, session duration estimates and optimal bonus strategy based on game RTP and volatility data.
All RTP values sourced from provider certification documents. Sorted by RTP. Progressive jackpot RTPs include base game only — jackpot contribution adds 1-3% theoretical EV at certain jackpot sizes.
| Game | Provider | RTP | Volatility | Hit Frequency | Jackpot? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ugga Bugga | Playtech | 99.07% | Low | ~70% | No |
| Jackpot 6000 | NetEnt | 98.8% | High | ~35% | Minor |
| 1429 Uncharted Seas | Thunderkick | 98.6% | Med-Low | ~45% | No |
| Blood Suckers | NetEnt | 98% | Med-Low | ~48% | No |
| Jokerizer | Yggdrasil | 97.8% | High | ~31% | No |
| Fruit Warp | Thunderkick | 97% | Med | ~42% | No |
| Wizard of Oz | WMS | 96.7% | Med-High | ~33% | No |
| Book of Dead | Play'n GO | 96.21% | High | ~25% | No |
| Starburst | NetEnt | 96.1% | Low | ~55% | No |
| Gonzo's Quest | NetEnt | 95.97% | Med | ~41% | No |
| Thunderstruck II | Microgaming | 96.65% | Med-High | ~29% | No |
| Wolf Gold | Pragmatic Play | 96% | Med-High | ~35% | Minor Prog |
| Gates of Olympus | Pragmatic Play | 96.5% | High | ~24% | No |
| Sweet Bonanza | Pragmatic Play | 96.48% | High | ~25% | No |
| Mega Moolah (base) | Microgaming | 88.12% | Med | ~38% | Major Prog |
Volatility (also called variance) measures the risk profile of a pokie — specifically, the distribution of wins over time. High-volatility pokies produce infrequent but larger wins. Low-volatility pokies produce frequent smaller wins. Neither is objectively better — the right choice depends on your session budget, psychology and goals.
Low-volatility pokies (Starburst, Ugga Bugga, Flowers) produce wins on a high proportion of spins — often 40-55% of rounds. Individual wins are typically small (0.5x-3x the bet). Session outcomes are predictable. These games are ideal for: playing with limited bankroll, extending session time, using bonus wagering requirements (frequent small wins satisfy wagering reliably).
Medium-volatility pokies (Gonzo's Quest, Book of Ra, Thunderstruck II) balance win frequency and size. Wins occur on approximately 30-40% of spins. Some wins reach 20-50x the bet. The most popular choice for Australian recreational players — provides enough small wins to maintain engagement with periodic larger payouts.
High-volatility pokies (Book of Dead, Gates of Olympus, Money Train 2) produce wins on only 15-25% of spins. But wins can reach 100x-5000x the bet in bonus rounds. Sessions feel 'dry' for extended periods. These games require a larger session bankroll (100x+ the bet) to have sufficient rounds to encounter the high-paying bonus features that define their RTP.
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